Hope Haven

11/13/2025

11/13/2025

Throwback Thursday
Hope Haven's Gospel Choir was formed in 1983. The theme song for the CHoir was "Jesus Use Me and O Lord, Don't Refuse Me, For Surely these is Work that I can Do." This song was a source of strength and hope for the members of the choir as they shared they God-given talents and their faith in the Lord.
The Gospel Choir performed over 295 concerts throughout the tri-state area. A highlight was singing with Joni Earecksen Tada during several concerts in 1993.
Esther Clevering was a long-time Director of the Gospel Choir along with Ann VerBurg who was the Choir's long-time pianist. Mary Vander Bosch was the first pianist for the choir while Henrietta Vanden Bosch aslo played for the choir.

11/12/2025

Earlier this week, before the snow fell, the OC My Day group took a walk to gather leaves and those leaves turned into thankful turkeys!
What a fun way to reflect on gratitude and get creative!

11/12/2025

We continue to be blessed by their partnership and friendship!

11/11/2025

11/10/2025

Our final day of wheelchair distribution in Kenya took place at Beacon of Hope Church, a fitting name for the stories that unfolded there today. As our team reflected on the day, a few common threads emerged: faith, perseverance, and the quiet strength of love.

We met many mothers who have carried the weight of their children’s needs alone, yet, instead of bitterness, these women radiated resilience. One mother shared that she used to pray, “Why me?” but has learned to ask, “Why not me?” trusting that she was chosen for this journey because she was strong enough to handle it.

In total, our team fitted 65 wheelchairs and provided 25 additional mobility devices today. As our team prepares to travel home tomorrow, we’re filled with gratitude for the lives touched and the bonds formed. Please keep them in your prayers for safe travels and a smooth return home.

11/07/2025

The people we meet have been told all their lives that they are worthless, yet we know God sees them. He created them in His image and loves them so deeply. Each wheelchair is a tangible reflection of that love, a vessel of dignity, freedom, and grace.

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11/07/2025

They had a special guest at the Spencer My Day programs today—our CEO, Matt Buley! They joined us for lunch, shared a few words with the group, and surprised everyone with a piece of Hope Haven merch to take home. It was a fun afternoon and a great chance to connect!

11/06/2025

Today in Kitengela was powerful and deeply emotional. On top of the many individuals already waiting for care, thirty children were brought from a nearby institution, most without parents, and many left lying on the ground for much of the day. It was heartbreaking to witness and a sobering reminder of the pain that still exists in our world.

By the end of the day, our team had fitted 81 people with wheelchairs. The people we meet have been told all their lives that they are worthless, yet we know that God sees them. He created them in His image and loves them deeply. Each wheelchair is a tangible reflection of that love, a vessel of dignity, freedom, and grace.

Glory be to God for the miracles we’ve witnessed so far, and we look forward to continuing His work at Beacon of Hope in Nairobi on Monday. 💙